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We are the leading fair trade network in Bangladesh.
ECOTA Fair Trade Forum is Bangladesh’s leading network for NGOs and SMEs in fair trade. Established in 1990, it connects 62 craft-producing organizations, representing 150,000 artisans, 80% of whom are women. ECOTA promotes fair wages, safe working conditions, and sustainable practices, linking local producers with international markets through its affiliation with the World Fair Trade Organization. ECOTA advocates for ethical production and policy reforms to support marginalized communities. It has empowered rural artisans, preserved traditional crafts, and brought Bangladeshi handicrafts to global markets, with a focus on women and disadvantaged groups.
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CHAIRMAN
Mr. Shah has 35 years of experience in community development, fair trade, sustainable livelihoods, and gender equity across Bangladesh and Southeast Asia. In 1996, he founded Development Wheel (DEW), a non-profit charity, and in 2016, DEW Crafts, a fair trade social enterprise. His work focuses on supporting marginalized communities. A sociology graduate from the University of Dhaka, Shah is involved in numerous global development networks, advocating for fair trade, human rights, gender equality, and climate change action. He holds leadership roles in many organizations.
VICE-CHAIRMAN
Shahid Hussain Shamim grew up in Rajshahi and Chittagong, learning handloom weaving as his father was Director of the East Pakistan Small Industries Corporation. In 1989, he co-founded Prabartana, now an internationally recognized fair trade brand, and later joined Motif Ltd in 2002 as Director. He has extensively researched handloom techniques and worked to promote Bangladeshi artisans. Shamim currently holds key positions in tourism, fashion, and fair trade associations and is the former President of the National Crafts Council Bangladesh, supporting indigenous crafts.
TREASURER
Shaikh Munwar Hossain holds a Master’s in Accounting and Finance from the Asian University of Bangladesh and is a certified member of the Institute of Certified General Accountants of Bangladesh. With 22 years of experience in financial accounting and auditing, he has held key roles at Dhaka Handicrafts Ltd., including Manager and Deputy General Manager. Since 2019, he has served as General Manager of Finance and Administration, overseeing financial operations and ensuring efficient management.
MEMBER
Shahnaz Parveen has over 27 years of experience in the Fair Trade movement, promoting ethical trade and empowering artisans. She began her career in 1996 at BRAC Aarong, where she worked in export management for 22 years, helping promote local crafts internationally. She later founded Palli Crafts Ltd, a Fair Trade organization dedicated to supporting artisans and ensuring their work is fairly valued. Shahnaz is also actively involved in global Fair Trade networks, including the World Fair Trade Organization (WFTO) and ECOTA. She holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in English from Dhaka University.
MEMBER
Masum Khan has over 25 years of experience in administration, community development, fair trade, and financial management. Currently the General Manager at Saidpur Enterprises, a fair trade organization for women artisans, he holds an MBA in Accounting from the University of Dhaka and a Master’s in Management from Jagannath University. Masum has managed donor-funded projects for organizations like DFID, UNDP, and BRAC. His leadership in a Rockefeller Foundation project across Asia highlights his expertise in multi-national initiatives and fair trade advocacy.
MEMBER
Mr. Shishir Anjelo Rozario, born on August 22, 1976, holds a Master’s in Inter-Asia NGO Studies from Sung Kong Hoe University, South Korea, and a Master’s in Management from Jagannath University, Bangladesh. He also completed a Diploma in Safeguarding of Minors from the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome. Starting with Caritas Bangladesh in 1998, he advanced from Field Officer to Head of the Aloghar Project, a nationwide EU-funded educational initiative. Since August 2022, he has served as Director (CEO) of CORR-The Jute Works, enhancing his impact in social development.
Mr. Shah has 35 years of experience in community development, fair trade, sustainable livelihoods, and gender equity across Bangladesh and Southeast Asia. In 1996, he founded Development Wheel (DEW), a non-profit charity, and in 2016, DEW Crafts, a fair trade social enterprise. His work focuses on supporting marginalized communities. A sociology graduate from the University of Dhaka, Shah is involved in numerous global development networks, advocating for fair trade, human rights, gender equality, and climate change action. He holds leadership roles in many organizations.
Shahid Hussain Shamim grew up in Rajshahi and Chittagong, learning handloom weaving as his father was Director of the East Pakistan Small Industries Corporation. In 1989, he co-founded Prabartana, now an internationally recognized fair trade brand, and later joined Motif Ltd in 2002 as Director. He has extensively researched handloom techniques and worked to promote Bangladeshi artisans. Shamim currently holds key positions in tourism, fashion, and fair trade associations and is the former President of the National Crafts Council Bangladesh, supporting indigenous crafts.
Shaikh Munwar Hossain holds a Master’s in Accounting and Finance from the Asian University of Bangladesh and is a certified member of the Institute of Certified General Accountants of Bangladesh. With 22 years of experience in financial accounting and auditing, he has held key roles at Dhaka Handicrafts Ltd., including Manager and Deputy General Manager. Since 2019, he has served as General Manager of Finance and Administration, overseeing financial operations and ensuring efficient management.
Shahnaz Parveen has over 27 years of experience in the Fair Trade movement, promoting ethical trade and empowering artisans. She began her career in 1996 at BRAC Aarong, where she worked in export management for 22 years, helping promote local crafts internationally. She later founded Palli Crafts Ltd, a Fair Trade organization dedicated to supporting artisans and ensuring their work is fairly valued. Shahnaz is also actively involved in global Fair Trade networks, including the World Fair Trade Organization (WFTO) and ECOTA. She holds a Bachelor's and Master's degree in English from Dhaka University.
Masum Khan has over 25 years of experience in administration, community development, fair trade, and financial management. Currently the General Manager at Saidpur Enterprises, a fair trade organization for women artisans, he holds an MBA in Accounting from the University of Dhaka and a Master’s in Management from Jagannath University. Masum has managed donor-funded projects for organizations like DFID, UNDP, and BRAC. His leadership in a Rockefeller Foundation project across Asia highlights his expertise in multi-national initiatives and fair trade advocacy.
Mr. Shishir Anjelo Rozario, born on August 22, 1976, holds a Master’s in Inter-Asia NGO Studies from Sung Kong Hoe University, South Korea, and a Master’s in Management from Jagannath University, Bangladesh. He also completed a Diploma in Safeguarding of Minors from the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome. Starting with Caritas Bangladesh in 1998, he advanced from Field Officer to Head of the Aloghar Project, a nationwide EU-funded educational initiative. Since August 2022, he has served as Director (CEO) of CORR-The Jute Works, enhancing his impact in social development.
POSITIONINGECOTA, the national fair trade network of Bangladesh, Positioning ECOTA as a network of its members emphasizes its extensive reach and influence within Bangladesh. This implies that ECOTA has a broad network of fair trade producers, artisans and organizations across various handicraft sectors. The wide membership base showcases the collective strength and unity of ECOTA in promoting fair trade as fair trade movement within the country. As a member of the World Fair Trade Organization (WFTO), ECOTA further strengthens its credibility and commitment to fair trade practices. Being a part of the WFTO also provides ECOTA with access to a global network of fair trade organizations, fostering collaboration, knowledge sharing and best practices. This affiliation strengthens ECOTA’s capabilities to advocate for fair trade policies, share resources and expertise and promote fair trade products and initiatives internationally.
POSITIONINGECOTA, the national fair trade network of Bangladesh, Positioning ECOTA as a network of its members emphasizes its extensive reach and influence within Bangladesh. This implies that ECOTA has a broad network of fair trade producers, artisans and organizations across various handicraft sectors. The wide membership base showcases the collective strength and unity of ECOTA in promoting fair trade as fair trade movement within the country. As a member of the World Fair Trade Organization (WFTO), ECOTA further strengthens its credibility and commitment to fair trade practices. Being a part of the WFTO also provides ECOTA with access to a global network of fair trade organizations, fostering collaboration, knowledge sharing and best practices. This affiliation strengthens ECOTA’s capabilities to advocate for fair trade policies, share resources and expertise and promote fair trade products and initiatives internationally.Add block